What is kecap manis and where can you buy it?
Discover what kecap manis is, where to shop for it, and how to use it in our ingredient glossary
What is kecap manis?
Kecap manis is a sweetened, spiced soy sauce originating in Indonesia. It has a thicker consistency than regular soy sauce – more akin to molasses or maple syrup – which makes it great in marinades, glazes, stir-fries and dressings, although it’s also used as a condiment.
Where to buy kecap manis
ABC Kepap Manis, £4.27/275ml, Amazon
Kecap manis recipes
Roast broccoli wedges with kecap manis and peanuts
Use broccoli as a centrepiece and scatter with spring onions, salted peanuts and crispy onions for an umami-rich, vegan entertaining dish.
Nasi goreng
Check out this traditional nasi goreng recipe with chicken, topped with super crispy fried eggs and punchy hot sauce. This simple Indonesian recipe makes a comforting weekend recipe to feed the whole family.
Chicken-fried chicken with peanut soy
Serve flavour-packed crispy chicken with sticky peanut sauce from Scott Hallsworth's Asian restaurant, Freak Scene in Soho.
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